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Latoya Renea Smith

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What is your go-to approach for depression counseling?

My go-to approach for treating depression is acceptance and commitment therapy. I enjoy this modality because it integrates the use of distress tolerance skills as well as values exploration. Clients are encouraged to engage in non-judgmental awareness and acceptance of their thoughts and but also activities that promote a sense of purpose, enjoyment, and fulfillment.

What tools do you teach in depression counseling?

I teach the following tools in depression counseling: accurate identification of feelings, sensations, and unproductive thoughts/beliefs; emotional regulation/distress tolerance skills; cognitive defusion skills (creating healthy distance between self and unproductive/negative thoughts/feelings/sensations); values assessment and exploration of activities that provide access to sense of purpose, fulfillment, satisfaction, and meaning; as well as self-compassion and self-validation skills where clients are encouraged to relate themselves to personal friends, a loved one, or their “younger self.”

How do you know when a client is making meaningful progress in depression counseling?

I know a client is making meaningful progress in depression counseling when they report the ability to navigate difficult thoughts with increased emotional regulation, understanding, and self-compassion and lean into activities that provide a sense of fulfillment, purpose, and personal agency.

What can clients do in their personal time to supplement depression counseling?

Clients can supplement their time in depression therapy with mindfulness, deep-breathing exercises, grounding practices, increased awareness of their authentic emotions, recognition of unproductive thoughts, and engagement in self-compassion and activities that nurture their personal values.

What should someone do to prepare for starting depression counseling?

To prepare for a depression therapy session, someone can begin by identifying the unproductive thoughts/beliefs that lead to emotional distress and problematic behaviors so that they are better prepared to interact with these thoughts in healthier ways, thereby increasing regulation and personal agency. The client is also encouraged to explore personal values, strengths, skills, abilities, preferences, and other resources for support.

Starting Depression counseling

What can counseling do for those who suffer with depression?

Depression counseling can help those with major depression, minor depression, postpartum depression, persistent depressive disorder, and more. The providers at Thriveworks in Henrico, VA will develop a unique treatment plan based on your specific experience, needs, and goals.

Is it worth going to therapy for depression?

It is absolutely worth going to therapy for depression — depression counseling helps people better manage their symptoms and get back to living happier lives again.

How does depression counseling work?

Depression counseling works by helping people pinpoint life problems, distorted thought patterns, and other causes of their depression, then process and work through them in order to mitigate the negative effects those factors have on their lives.

Signs of depression

Common signs of depression include:

  • Consistent low mood
  • Fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Oversleeping or difficulty sleeping
  • Changes in diet (eating much more or less)
  • Withdrawal and isolation
  • Feelings of guilt or worthlessness
  • Feelings of hopelessness
  • Loss of interest in previous hobbies or activities
  • Excessive substance use

Is depression counseling conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks depression counseling in Henrico, VA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How often should you attend depression therapy sessions?

Depression counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, dependent on the severity of one’s depression as well as their needs and preferences.

How much does depression counseling cost?

At Thriveworks, we accept most major insurance plans, allowing many clients to pay as little as $0–$50 per session with their co-pay. We also offer self-pay options for those out-of-network or without insurance. Self-pay rates for talk therapy range from $160 to $240 for intake sessions and $135 to $195 for follow-ups, depending on your state. For psychiatry services, self-pay intake sessions are $255–$375, with follow-ups ranging from $175–$300, also varying by state. More information on current self-pay costs is available on our pricing page.

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Childhood Depression Counseling – Therapists and Counselors in Short Pump, VA

Seeing your child in pain is something no parent can should have to experience. It is heartbreaking to see your child suffer and be unable to help. If your child or teenager is experiencing depression, you are not alone. Thriveworks counselors in Henrico, VA are standing by, ready to help your family recover.

In children, symptoms of depression may include:

  • Irritability or anger.
  • Noticeable feelings of sadness and hopelessness.
  • Social withdrawal.and/or changes in peer group
  • Increased sensitivity to rejection.
  • Changes in appetite — either increased or decreased.
  • Changes in sleep — sleeplessness or excessive sleep.
  • Vocal outbursts or crying.
  • Difficulty concentrating.

If your child is suffering from depression, he or she may have all or only some of these symptoms. A trained Thriveworks counselor in Henrico, VA can diagnose your child or teen, and develop an effective treatment plan.

We are ready to help your child or teenager find victory over depression. The world can feel like a dark and foreboding place to someone that is dealing with depression. Help your child find the light in their life again. Call us today to get started, or schedule today.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 585+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our Henrico therapists and counselors accept 27 insurance plans

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

  • Carelon

  • Cigna | Evernorth

  • Cigna | Evernorth EAP

  • Cigna | Evernorth Medicare Advantage

  • Compsych

  • First Health Network

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Self-pay costs at Henrico
Talk therapy

Talk therapy

Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Talk therapy

Psychiatry

Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management

First session

$1

Ongoing sessions

$1

Hear from our clients

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Sarah Hawkins is a very compassionate person. She always encouraged me to try my hardest to solved my problems using her advise. I am bless for having her as my therapist.
Read more Sarah Hawkins is a very compassionate person. She always encouraged me to try my hardest to solved my problems using her advise. I am bless for having her as my therapist.
Sarah Feb 2024
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Ms. Brenda, is a outstanding MHP, she takes times to listen and gives outstanding advice. She always give suggested reading and the reading has helped tremendously.
Read more Ms. Brenda, is a outstanding MHP, she takes times to listen and gives outstanding advice. She always give suggested reading and the reading has helped tremendously.
ROBERT Feb 2024
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I had reached out to several therapists to find one that would fit. My therapist Noel, reached out and explained on what methods she uses to help with certain issues. She is a great fit for me and I am looking forward with working with her.
Read more I had reached out to several therapists to find one that would fit. My therapist Noel, reached out and explained on what methods she uses to help with certain issues. She is a great fit for me and I am looking forward with working with her.
Lynn Feb 2024
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I have looked so long for a new counselor and finally found a wonderful therapist through thrive works… Rhiannon Price has been working with me and has helped me so much
Read more I have looked so long for a new counselor and finally found a wonderful therapist through thrive works… Rhiannon Price has been working with me and has helped me so much
Michelle Feb 2024
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I really like my therapist Patricia Colby. She is so easy to talk to, and has a flexible schedule. She is understanding and really puts you at ease.
Read more I really like my therapist Patricia Colby. She is so easy to talk to, and has a flexible schedule. She is understanding and really puts you at ease.
Danielle Feb 2024
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My view with Dr. Young was a real eye opener.
Randy Feb 2024
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My therapist has helped me a lot and I'm going to continue with my session to approve myself even more
Read more My therapist has helped me a lot and I'm going to continue with my session to approve myself even more
Natasha Feb 2024
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I was very satisfied with first session/consultation with my therapist. I feel confident she will address my needs and look forward to working with her.
Read more I was very satisfied with first session/consultation with my therapist. I feel confident she will address my needs and look forward to working with her.
Marjorie Feb 2024
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Where to find us

Getting here

We share a building with Tranquility Yoni Steam. Across the street is Divine World Changers International Ministries. We are near the intersection of Gayton Road and Cambridge Drive.

Phone number

(804) 265-4857

Languages spoken by VA providers

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